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2005 Subaru Forester Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Subaru Forester has 3 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Subaru Forester

Suspension
20
Other
15
Speed Control
14
Engine
9
Fuel System
8
Brakes
6
Airbags
5
Powertrain
5
Electrical
3
Visibility
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 3, 2017ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUBARU FORESTER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SURGED AND TH...
Jun 6, 2007ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENTCOIL PACKED WAS REPLACED FOR THE SECOND TIME. THE COIL PACK WAS REPLACED 05.2006 AND THE PLUGS REPL...
Sep 21, 2005ELECTRICAL SYSTEMVEHICLE BROKE DOWN DURING HURRICANE EVACUATION THEREBY ENDANGERING ME AND MY FAMILY FOR 32 HOURS. 2...

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